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Scanning in the Library
Powerpoint
Software Manuals
Photoshop
Printing in the Library
Photocopiers
Scanning In The Library
Scanning In the Library using the Konica Minolta Color Copier/Scanner
You can now scan a PDF or TIFF file using the color scanner/copier. Library and IT staff are available if you need further assistance.
FYI: For Your Information
How to Scan from the Photocopier
• Lift cover and place book or other media on scanner surface
• Press the Fax/Scan button
• On the touchscreen, Press the Address Book tab
• Press the “PC (SMB) Color” button on the touch screen pad making sure that the file path displays in the black space. Your file will be given a default name; you can access the file by going to the ScanLibrary folder on the T drive (see below).
• Indicate the desired size and page orientation
• Press OK
• Press the Start button to scan the image
• The file will be located in the following directory:
T:\ScanLibrary\Color
Scanning with Microtek Scanmaker 9800XL
• Put the original face down on the scanner glass bed.
• Click Start → Programs → Adobe Photoshop CS5 → File → Import → Microtek Scan Wizard Pro. ScanWizard Pro is started from Adobe Photoshop CS5.
(for Photoshop assistance click here
• Preview window opens. This window displays an overview scan of the original.
• Click the Overview button. A low-resolution preview image appears in the Preview window.
• Select the Scan Frame tool from the toolbar in the preview window and select the area to be scanned by dragging the flashing frame rectangle (marquee) around it.
• Choose the image resolution. Go to the Settings window and enter the resolution value in the Resolution edit box. A resolution of 300 ppi is recommended for most scans.
• Click the Scan button to start scanning.
• The image is delivered to Adobe Photoshop.
Important: You must close the ScanWizard Pro software before you can edit and save the image.
Powerpoint
Follow this link for information and help with the latest version of Microsoft Powerpoint
Software Manuals
AutoCAD 2012 and AutoCAD LT 2012
Autodesk Revit Architecture 2011
Mastering Autodesk 3ds Max Design 2011
Follow this link for basic tutorials in Photoshop CS5, as well as other Adobe Creative programs
Printing In The Library
• The library is equipped with many options for printing documents and files in both color and black and white. Choose the file to print and a suitable printer location.
• Consult the set of instructions posted on the wall above the computer terminals in the library. It contains a handy guide for basic printing jobs.
• Find the drop-down menu and select the optimal printer location:
• Always be certain of the location and the document in an effort to conserve paper and ink resources.
• Click OK
Photocopiers
• A wide array of photocopying possibilities are available for students who need facsimiles of both Black and White or Color images from items in the NYSID library collection.
• Copy cards cost $1 and are available in the vending machine in the library. Copy cards should be retained for further use in the future.
• Several formatting options are available for your document. Insert copy card and indicate the desired format using the touch screen.
• Press Start.
